Take This Phone And Shove It!: A Frustrated Senior's Guide to Smartphones
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About this item
The Smartphone Guide That Turns Confusion Into Confidence for Seniors.
Take This Phone and Shove It! offers a refreshing, humorous and deeply supportive approach to learning technology; designed especially for seniors who feel overwhelmed, embarrassed or simply exhausted by today’s digital world. Rather than lecturing or confusing readers with jargon, this guide teaches with patience, clarity and heart, helping older adults finally feel confident with their smartphones.
Grounded in the lived experience of its author - Anne Goldberg, a 73-year-old tech teacher who has taught more than 1,000 seniors,this book blends personal storytelling with simple, step-by-step lessons. Anne understands exactly where seniors get stuck and uses friendly metaphors, real-life examples and encouragement to turn every “I can’t do this” into “Oh! Yes I can!”
This guide covers iPhone and Android basics, from calling, texting and video chatting to (removed photos) using the most common apps, online safely and avoiding scams using Anne’s unforgettable “stranger on the street” analogy. It also explores nostalgia from the 1950s–60s, lessons on neuroplasticity (the science of learning), and the empowering truth that we are all “Old enough to have a past and young enough to have a future©.” Key Features:
A Senior-Friendly Learning Experience:
Large print, wide spacing, colorful borders and clear illustrations created intentionally for older adult readers.
Simple, Practical Smartphone Lessons:
Covers everything beginners need; texts, email, apps, settings, voice assistants, AI and safe browsing.
Expert Guidance from a Trusted Teacher:
Anne’s more than 12 years of teaching seniors shines through every page with warmth, humor and real-world understanding.
Life-Changing Scam Prevention:
Unique, memorable techniques that help readers instantly recognize and avoid digital scams.
Motivation and Encouragement:
Blends instruction with inspiration, proving it’s never too late to learn, grow or gain digital independence. Perfect for:
• Seniors and baby boomers
• Older adults 60–100+
• Family members wanting parents or grandparents to stay safe and connected
• Anyone seeking an empowering, frustration-free smartphone guide for seniors.
If you are ready to replace confusion with clarity and frustration with confidence, this guide will walk with you every step of the way. Tap Buy Now and discover how simple technology can truly be.
ASIN: B0FSMZ2SX3
VSKU: DBV.B0FSMZ2SX3.VG
Condition: Very Good
Author/Artist:Goldberg, Ms Anne
Binding: Paperback
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: Pages are clean with no markings. May show minor signs of wear or cosmetic defects marks, cuts, bends, or scuffs on the cover, spine, pages, or dust jacket. May have remainder marks on edges.
ASIN: B0FSMZ2SX3
VSKU: DBV.B0FSMZ2SX3.VG
Condition: Very Good
Author/Artist:Goldberg, Ms Anne
Binding: Paperback
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: Pages are clean with no markings. May show minor signs of wear or cosmetic defects marks, cuts, bends, or scuffs on the cover, spine, pages, or dust jacket. May have remainder marks on edges.
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